GRE Word List
FESTER
to generate pus
The meaning of the word fester is to generate pus.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annuity | a sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals |
| degradation | the act or process of degrading |
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| lag | one that lags or is last |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| apex | the uppermost point : vertex |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |